May 06, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2016-2017 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2016-2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Education (EDUC)

  
  • EDUC 100 - Introduction to Education 3 hours


    Education 100 is an introduction to the teaching profession and the Teacher Certification Program at Columbia College. Students will examine the evolution of teaching and the current understanding of the knowledge skills, and dispositions of an effective teacher. Global, national, state, and local perspectives are presented through contemporary issues facing teachers and schools, and students will reflect upon their related beliefs, motivations, and goals. Information will be provided about certification requirements, content area majors, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education requirements, and portfolio construction. Successful completion of 15 clock hours in field is required.
  
  • EDUC 105 - Human Health 3 hours


    The study of health, safety and nutrition and the decisions that are faced throughout a lifetime. Consumer health, mental health, physical health, sex and reproduction, drugs, death and dying are the major topics covered. Implications for classroom teachers are discussed.
  
  • EDUC 198 - Field Experience I 1 hour


    Students expand their knowledge of teaching through observation and participation in classroom observation and participation in activities. The number of hours 15-45 is determined by the course of study of the student. Prerequisite: EDUC 100 . $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 200 - Law, Ethics and Education 3 hours


    The study of the legal and ethical issues in education from the contexts of historical, philosophical, social and administrative foundations of the discipline. Course meets college Ethics requirement. Prerequisite: EDUC 100 
  
  • EDUC 230 - Educational Psychology 3 hours


    The study of psychological principles in educational environments. Emphasis is on the scientific approach to teaching and learning. Students learn to plan, deliver, evaluate and report instructional outcomes. Cross-listed as PSYC 230 . Prerequisite: PSYC 101 .
  
  • EDUC 233 - Topics 1-3 hours


  
  • EDUC 260 - Theories of Coaching 3 hours


    This course is the study of coaching research, theory, and practice as applied to sports and exercise. Coaching behavior, including decision-making and the development of athletic expertise, is a key focus. The pedagogy of coaching is examined through application of specific research-based practices and differentiation across ability levels and type of sport activity. Students are exposed to problem-solving ethical dilemmas that may arise in the coaching context. Prerequisite: EDUC 230 /PSYC 230 .
  
  • EDUC 270 - Literature for Children and Adolescents 3 hours


    The study of literature for children and adolescents as a literary genre. Students analyze and evaluate selected works of literature, including folktales, picture books, poetry and novels. Prerequisite: ENGL 112 .
  
  • EDUC 280 - Language Acquisition and Emergent Literacy 3 hours


    The connection of oral language development and early literacy learning will be the focus of this class with applications to literacy development in elementary and adolescent grades. The types of intervention that may need to occur in assisting the student who has missed vital pieces of language acquisition and emergent literacy will be addressed. During the class, the students will learn to observe and analyze problems in language acquisition and how to address these problems in the learning situation. Students will apply this learning to a case study of the language and literacy development of a student. Prerequisite:  EDUC 100 .
  
  • EDUC 298 - Field Experience II 1 hour


    Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and classroom teachers, expand their knowledge of teaching through observation and participation in classroom activities. Successful completion of 15-45 clock hours in a Level 2 or 3 field placement plus attendance at a weekly seminar is required. (Number of hours required is determined by course enrollment.) $40 lab fee. Prerequisite: EDUC 198 . $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 300 - Techniques of Teaching 3 hours


    The study of instructional planning, including goals and objectives, techniques and activities, and evaluation. Students produce and present lessons containing defensible techniques, strategies and methods of evaluation. Includes field experience of 15 hours. A mini or regular sized iPad capable of running the latest iOS is required. $40 lab fee. Prerequisites: EDUC 230 , PSYC 230  or EDUC 560 (may be taken concurrently). $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 302 - Teaching Skills 3 hours


    The study of teaching multiple content areas. Students describe, analyze, and critique the content areas of elementary school health, physical education, science and social studies. In each of the content areas, students develop and present micro-teaching lessons, evaluations and learning centers. Prerequisites:  EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
  
  • EDUC 311 - Classroom and Behavior Management Techniques 3 hours


    The study of managing classroom environments and the behavior of students. Students analyze classroom variables related to organization and control, and evaluate theories to produce a management system applicable to educational settings. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 321 - Teaching Reading and Language Arts to Pre-school Children 3 hours


    The study of how to teach emergent reading skills to pre-school children. Students learn to apply the modalities of language to early literacy experiences, investigate instructional approaches and methods of teaching reading. Phonemic and phonological awareness and resulting phonics as well as whole language methods are incorporated into a balanced reading approach. Teaching strategies, unique uses of children’s literature, and early writing processes are also investigated. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 100  and EDUC 300 , or EDUC 505; admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 322 - Educational Measurement and Assessment 3 hours


    The study of methods used to develop educational measurements, and the procedures used to globally assess student achievement. Included in the program of study are the development and use of standardized assessments, structured and constructed assessments, observational methods, performance assessment, portfolio assessment, affective measures and special needs measures. Included also are the historical study of psychometry, the concepts of validity and reliability, referencing methods, and evaluation and reporting methods. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505; EDUC 230 /PSYC 230 ; or EDUC 560; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
  
  • EDUC 326 - Middle School Methods 3 hours


    Overview of the early adolescent, historical development of middle/junior high school education, curriculum and organizational patterns and planning for instruction. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505; EDUC 200  or EDUC 542; EDUC 230 , PSYC 230  or EDUC 560; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
  
  • EDUC 331 - Teaching of Reading 3 hours


    The study of how to teach reading skills. Students learn to describe, compare, and contrast theories, models, approaches and methods of teaching reading. Phonic methods and whole language methods are taught and studied, as are individualized teaching strategies, unique uses of children’s literature, and writing processes. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee. 
  
  • EDUC 332 - Reading Instruction 3 hours


    The study of how to teach reading skills. Students learn to describe, compare and contrast theories, models, approaches and methods of teaching reading. Phonic methods and whole language methods are taught and studied, as are individualized teaching strategies, unique use of children’s literature and writing processes. Note: This course does not apply toward Missouri certification. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 .
  
  • EDUC 335 - Teaching Creative Arts and Movement to Children 3 hours


    Games, rhythms, music, singing, dance, drama, visual arts, materials, and methods utilized by elementary and pre-school classroom teachers to integrate the arts and kinesthetic movement into classroom instruction. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 , or EDUC 505 (see graduate catalog for course description); and admission to the Teacher Certification Program .
  
  • EDUC 337 - Teaching Language Arts in Middle and Elementary Schools 3 hours


    A practical approach to teaching middle and elementary school language arts instruction including listening, speaking, writing, reading, and viewing, with emphasis on integrating instruction within the language arts. Additional emphases are placed on the contemporary classroom, which is assumed to contain children of diverse cultures and learning abilities/incorporating technology in language arts lessons; assessing for language arts instruction; and developing higher-level thinking skills to help children apply their developing abilities to different situations, materials, and ideas. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 (see graduate catalog for course description); and admission to the Teacher Certification Program .
  
  • EDUC 338 - Teaching Reading in the Content Area 3 hours


    The study of teaching reading in differing content areas. Students analyze materials in various content areas and demonstrate the ability to use levels of comprehension, patterns of organization and questioning, and vocabulary building skills to enhance learning. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 339 - Content Reading Methods 3 hours


    The study of teaching reading in differing content areas. Students analyze materials in various content areas and demonstrate the ability to use levels of comprehension, patterns of organization and questioning, and vocabulary-building skills to enhance learning. Note: This course does not apply toward Missouri certification. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 .
  
  • EDUC 345 - Teaching Art K-12 3 hours


    Pre-student teaching experiences with students K-12. Basic techniques and methods for planning, teaching and assessing art K-12. National, state and visual arts guidelines of a comprehensive art education program are reviewed. Hands-on activities for use of tools, materials and methods for creating a variety of K-12 art studio projects. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  (or EDUC 505); EDUC 200  (or EDUC 542); EDUC 230  (or EDUC 560) or PSYC 230 ; ARTS 111  or ARTS 112 ; ARTS 120 ; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 346 - Teaching Pre-K and Elementary Music 3 hours


    A study of methods and materials suitable for general music in pre-K and elementary school. This study includes an introduction to early childhood choral literature and musical instruments; major music methods, as well as major educational theorists; and specifically, vocal techniques, choral methods, and materials. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 347 - Teaching Middle School and Secondary Music 3 hours


    A study of methods and materials suitable for general music in middle school and secondary. This study includes an introduction to graded choral literature; major music methods, as well as major educational theorists; and specifically, vocal techniques, choral methods, and materials. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 352 - Teaching Science to Elementary Children 3 hours


    The teaching of science in elementary classrooms, including the teaching of exceptional children mainstreamed in classrooms, the use of technology to teach science, and assessment for the instruction of science. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 (see graduate catalog for course description); and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. 
  
  • EDUC 353 - Administration of Early Childhood Programs 3 hours


    This course will examine the responsibilities related to the overall operations of early childhood programs. Federal and state regulations and compliance, child safety, staffing, parent and community engagement strategies, management of facility, and budget responsibilities will be included. Prerequisites: EDUC 391 /PSYC 391  or CDEV 290 and CDEV 291.
  
  • EDUC 354 - Teaching Social Studies to Elementary Children 3 hours


    The teaching of social studies in elementary classrooms including the teaching of exceptional children mainstreamed in classrooms, the use of technology to teach social studies, and assessment for the instruction of social studies. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 (see graduate catalog for course description); and admission to the Teacher Certification Program .
  
  • EDUC 355 - Teaching Math and Science to Young Children 3 hours


    An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children math and science concepts through discovery and play. Emphasis is on research-based and developmentally appropriate practices for teaching infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary children. Includes the teaching of exceptional children mainstreamed in classrooms, the use of technology to teach math and science, and assessment of learning. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 100  and EDUC 300 , or EDUC 505; EDUC 391 /PSYC 391  or CDEV 290 and CDEV 291, or EDUC 550; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 358 - Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School 3 hours


    This course focuses on methods and materials for teaching elementary school mathematics. The purpose of the course is to help preservice teachers become confident in their ability to do mathematics so that they can do the same for their future students. Specific emphasis is given to trends and issues in mathematics education, including state and national recommendations. In addition, issues pertaining to lesson planning and implementation, assessment, integration of appropriate models, mathematics connections, and the use of technology are explored. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 360 - Teaching Mathematics in Middle and Secondary Schools 3 hours


    This course is designed to not only encourage preservice teachers to explore aspects of teaching mathematics, but also to enhance preservice teachers’ content knowledge of “school” mathematics. Considerable emphasis is placed on exploring multiple ways to make mathematics comprehensible to all of their future students. In addition, issues pertaining to lesson planning and implementation, assessment, integration of appropriate models, mathematics connections, and the use of technology are explored. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 362 - Teaching Middle and Secondary Social Studies 3 hours


    The study of secondary social studies methods, materials, ”best practices,” philosophies, instruction and curriculum. The course culminates with students demonstrating the abilities to plan, present and evaluate instructional experiences. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 365 - Teaching Middle School and Secondary Science 3 hours


    The study of methods, materials, practices and curriculum in secondary science classes. The course culminates with students demonstrating the abilities to plan, present and evaluate instructional experiences. $40 lab fee. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 367 - Teaching Middle School and Secondary English 3 hours


    The study of methods, materials, practices and curriculum in middle school language arts and secondary English classes. The course culminates with students demonstrating the abilities to plan, present and evaluate instructional experiences. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 368 - Teaching Speech and Theatre in Middle and Secondary Schools 3 hours


    The study of the methods, materials, practices and curricula in secondary speech and theater courses. The course builds towards student competency in planning, assessment and standard teaching procedures in the discipline. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 369 - Teaching Business Education 3 hours


    The study of methods, materials, practices and curriculum in secondary business classes. The course culminates with students demonstrating the abilities to plan, present and evaluate instructional experiences. Includes field experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 375 - Advanced Content Methods 3 hours


    The study of the methods, effective practices, strategies, curricula, and materials in the teaching of content area disciplines. The course builds on the foundations received in the content methods courses and provides synthesis through the teaching of a lesson and reflection. Includes 15 hours of field experience. Prerequisites: admission to the Teacher Certification Program; and one of the following courses taken prior or concurrently: EDUC 345 , EDUC 346 , EDUC 360 , EDUC 362 , EDUC 365 , EDUC 367 , EDUC 368  or EDUC 369 . $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 376 - Adolescent Literacy 3 hours


    Students, ages 9-19, need literacy instruction based on sound theory and instructional techniques to meet their learning needs in reading, writing, listening, speaking, thinking, viewing and technology. This class will address the developmental needs of these students and provide recent research theory for the demonstrated techniques to assist in successful learning for all adolescent learners. Students in this class must be admitted to the Teacher Certification Program. Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
  
  • EDUC 380 - Diagnostic and Corrective Reading 3 hours


    The study of reading remediation. Students evaluate procedures and demonstrate understanding of standardized tests and informal assessments for diagnosis. Students formulate a theoretical base for choosing diagnostic tools, interpreting evaluative data and identifying corrective strategies. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505; EDUC 322 /580 or EDUC 331 /558; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program or full MAT/M.Ed. status.
  
  • EDUC 390 - Education and Psychology of the Exceptional Child 3 hours


    The study of teaching children with exceptionalities. Students study the effects of exceptionality on children’s cognitive, affective, behavioral, social, and psychomotor behaviors.
  
  • EDUC 391 - Child Psychology 3 hours


    The study of children from conception to puberty. Students study maturational and environmental factors that shape the physical, cognitive, and social development of the child. Cross-listed as PSYC 391 . Prerequisite: PSYC 101 .
  
  • EDUC 392 - Adolescent Psychology 3 hours


    The study of youth from puberty to young adulthood. Students study maturational and environmental factors that shape the physical, cognitive, and social development of the youth. Special emphasis is focused on the transescent stage of development. Cross-listed as PSYC 392 . Prerequisite: PSYC 101 .
  
  • EDUC 395 - Extended Field Experience 1 hour


    This course is for students who are required to complete additional field experience as part of a professional improvement plan. Pre-service teachers, in their continuing practicum experiences, expand their knowledge of teaching through observation and participation in classroom activities. Successful completion of 15-45 clock hours in the field placement plus attendance at weekly seminar is required. Number of hours required is determined on an individual basis. May be repeated for a maximum of three semester hours. Prerequisites: EDUC 298  and EDUC 300  or graduate standing, and acceptance to the Teacher Certification Program. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 398 - DAYSTAR Field Experience III 1 hour


    Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and classroom teachers, expand their knowledge of teaching through observation and participation in classroom activities. Successful completion of 35 clock hours in a Level 4 field placement plus attendance at a weekly seminar is required. Students must complete the Field Experience Application at least one semester prior to taking this course. Successful completion of 35 clock hours in a Level 4 field placement plus attendance at a weekly seminar is required. Successful completion of 35 clock hours in a Level 4 field placement plus attendance at a weekly seminar is required. Prerequisites: admission to the DAYSTAR Program, EDUC 198 , and EDUC 298 . $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 400 - Senior Seminar 3 hours


    Integrative seminar culminating in a professional portfolio which demonstrates competency in major areas of theory and practice, accompanied by successful presentation. A minimum grade of C is required for graduation. Prerequisites: EDUC 300  or EDUC 505; senior standing, and admission to the Teacher Certification Program.
  
  • EDUC 420 - Student Teaching in the Elementary School 12 hours


    Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and qualified classroom teachers, assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presenting and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities (16 weeks). Grade of B or higher required for certification. Student teachers must attend the required teaching seminars held at the college during the student teaching semester. Application must be completed one year prior to taking this course. Prerequisites: senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching  section of this catalog. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 422 - Student Teaching in the Secondary School 12 hours


    Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and qualified classroom teachers, assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presenting and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities (16 weeks). Grade of B or higher required for certification. Student teachers must attend the required teaching seminars held at the college during the student teaching semester. Application must be completed one year prior to taking this course. Prerequisites: senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching  section of this catalog. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 424 - Student Teaching in the Middle School 12 hours


    Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and qualified classroom teachers, assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presenting and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities (16 weeks). Grade of B or higher required for certification. Student teachers must attend the required teaching seminars held at the college during the student teaching semester. Application must be completed one year prior to taking this course. Prerequisites: senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching  section of this catalog. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 426 - Student Teaching in Special Education 12 hours


    Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and qualified classroom teachers, assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presenting and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities (16 weeks, eight weeks-elementary and eight weeks secondary). Grade of B or higher required for certification. Student teachers must attend the required teaching seminars held at the college during the student teaching semester. Application must be completed one year prior to taking this course. Prerequisites: senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching  section of this catalog. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 428 - Student Teaching in Early Childhood Education 12 hours


    Students, under the guidance of college supervisors and qualified classroom teachers, assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presenting and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities (16 weeks). Grade of B or higher required for certification. Application must be completed one semester prior to beginning student teaching. Prerequisites: senior standing, admission to the Teacher Certification Program, and completion of all other certification coursework. $40 lab fee.
  
  • EDUC 498 - Student Teaching for Paraprofessionals 12 hours


    Paraprofessionals and other school employees who qualify can enroll in EDUC 498 . These school employees fully assume the duties and responsibilities of public school teachers including planning, presentation, and evaluation of instruction and related responsibilities. Grade of B or higher required for certification. This is a 16-week course. Application must be completed one year prior to taking this course. Prerequisites: senior standing; admission to the Teacher Certification Program; completion of all coursework and specifications listed in the Student Teaching  section of this catalog. $40 lab fee.